{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"46bc983b6c41458ecf2c29da","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/46bc983b6c41458ecf2c29da","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/46bc983b6c41458ecf2c29da","title":"Dispatch Apprentice","description":"Before completing an application for the Aircraft Dispatcher Apprenticeship Program, please read the following expectations and requirements of the program:\n\nAircraft Dispatchers must be at least 23 years of age and must be able to read, speak, write, and understand the English language.\nParticipants must relocate to Indianapolis on their own accord for the apprenticeship program AND the aircraft dispatcher position with Mesa Airlines.\nParticipants must be able to attend the full six- to eight-week training without disruption or absences. Unexcused absences could disqualify participants from continuing the program and require repayment of the cost of training.\nParticipants must agree to a commitment of working as a Mesa Airline Aircraft Dispatcher for at least two (2) years upon successful completion of the Aircraft Dispatcher certification and onboarding training as an aircraft dispatcher at Mesa or be subject to a repayment of the cost of training.\nApprentices will earn an hourly rate of $15.00 through the certification process. Upon successful completion of the program and upon hire at Mesa Airlines, aircraft dispatchers will earn a starting hourly rate of $22.00 with opportunities for internal advancement regularly available.\nInternal applicants must be in good standing in their current role to be considered for the Aircraft Dispatcher Apprenticeship Program.\nInternal applicants will maintain company longevity within the apprenticeship program and in the aircraft dispatcher role.\n\nAIRCRAFT DISPATCHER POSITION PURPOSE\n\nAircraft dispatchers are in the system operations control center which is the heartbeat of any airline. Aircraft dispatchers plan routes of flight, file flight plans with the FAA and communicate critical safety information to pilots during flight to help navigate weather or other operations challenges.\n\nAn aircraft dispatcher authorizes, regulates, and controls airline flights according to government regulations and Company policy to expedite and ensure flight safety. Aircraft dispatchers work closely with our pilots to ensure the safety of our crew, passengers, and aircraft on our more than 1,000 daily flights in the U.S., Canada, and Caribbean.\n\nAn aircraft dispatcher is a critical part of our team for each takeoff and landing, helping our airline achieve operational excellence, while maintaining a focus on the highest level of safety.\n\nRequirements:\n\nThe requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability necessary to complete training and perform this job.\n\nELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS\n\nTo be eligible to take the aircraft dispatcher knowledge test, a person must be 21 years of age\nTo be eligible for an aircraft dispatcher certificate, a person must\nBe at least 23 years of age\nBe able to read, speak, write, and understand the English language\n\nEDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE\n\nHigh school diploma or equivalent\nPossess Microsoft Office skills\nExcellent communication and customer service skills\nStrong problem-solving skills\nHigh mathematical ability\n\nPREFERRED EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE\n\nBachelor's degree\nPrevious experience in airline operations\n\nREGULATORY\n\nAble to pass an FAA required 10-year work history review and pass criminal background and fingerprint checks\nPossess and maintain a valid US passport or foreign passport\nAuthorized by law to work in the United States and able to travel in and out of the United States\nWilling to submit to and pass FAA and Company-mandated random drug and alcohol tests\n\nLANGUAGE SKILLS\n\nAbility to read, analyze, interpret, and understand technical procedures and governmental regulations, sometimes quickly and under stressful or emergency situations. Able to effectively present information to and respond to questions from management, crew, air traffic control, and internal associates. Able to speak and be understood in English in person, on the phone and over a radio headset.\n\nDECISION MAKING\n\nMakes day-to-day decisions used to support strategic and economic direction. Able to process information quickly and react in a positive manner during unexpected and/or serious situations. Capable of controlling personal and emotional responses and acting appropriately under high levels of stress.\n\nPHYSICAL DEMANDS\nThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.\n\nAble to sit for prolonged periods.\nAble to hear clearly verbal communications in person, on the telephone and over a headset with ambient noise.\n\nWORK ENVIRONMENT\n\nThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.\n\nAble to work nights, evenings, weekends, and holidays to support 24-hour operations with a team of associates in our operations center.\n\nTRAVEL REQUIREMENTS\n\nComplete annual Operating Familiarization Flights as required by Federal regulation.\n\nDISPATCHER ESSENTIAL DUTIES (ONCE QUALIFIED)\n\nTo perform the dispatcher job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.\n\nPrepare dispatch releases for Domestic, Flag and Supplemental operations.\nMonitor the progress of each flight, paying specific attention to changing weather and field conditions at departure, destination, and alternate airports.\nRecords departure and arrival times of flights and keeps computer systems up to date.\nProvides weather information for flight crews and continuously monitor for changes. Updates the flight crew of significant changes to weather, field conditions or Air Traffic concerns and makes recommendations for changes to the original plan, as needed, in the interest of safety.\nCoordinates with ground operations on any crew or aircraft changes or disruptions.\nCoordinates diversions with station operations to ensure the best possible passenger experience.\nRecords all non-routine incidents and completes appropriate forms and reports.\nInitiates emergency procedures and notifications when necessary.\nCoordinates with all appropriate parties any unscheduled operation of aircraft due to weather, airport conditions, emergency situations, etc.\nProvides coaching and on-the-job training for new-hire dispatchers as directed.\nPerforms other duties as assigned or required","company":"Mesa Airlines","rawCompany":"mesa airlines","city":"Phoenix","state":"AZ","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-19T18:46:15.556Z","occupations":[{"code":"43-5032.00","title":"Dispatchers, Except Police, Fire, and Ambulance","slug":"dispatchers-except-police-fire-and-ambulance"},{"code":"53-2022.00","title":"Airfield Operations Specialists","slug":"airfield-operations-specialists"},{"code":"53-2011.00","title":"Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers","slug":"airline-pilots-copilots-and-flight-engineers"}],"industries":[{"code":"488190","title":"Other Support Activities for Air Transportation","slug":"other-support-activities-for-air-transportation"},{"code":"481111","title":"Scheduled Passenger Air Transportation","slug":"scheduled-passenger-air-transportation"},{"code":"481219","title":"Other Nonscheduled Air Transportation","slug":"other-nonscheduled-air-transportation"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Dispatch Apprentice","description":"Before completing an application for the Aircraft Dispatcher Apprenticeship Program, please read the following expectations and requirements of the program:\n\nAircraft Dispatchers must be at least 23 years of age and must be able to read, speak, write, and understand the English language.\nParticipants must relocate to Indianapolis on their own accord for the apprenticeship program AND the aircraft dispatcher position with Mesa Airlines.\nParticipants must be able to attend the full six- to eight-week training without disruption or absences. Unexcused absences could disqualify participants from continuing the program and require repayment of the cost of training.\nParticipants must agree to a commitment of working as a Mesa Airline Aircraft Dispatcher for at least two (2) years upon successful completion of the Aircraft Dispatcher certification and onboarding training as an aircraft dispatcher at Mesa or be subject to a repayment of the cost of training.\nApprentices will earn an hourly rate of $15.00 through the certification process. Upon successful completion of the program and upon hire at Mesa Airlines, aircraft dispatchers will earn a starting hourly rate of $22.00 with opportunities for internal advancement regularly available.\nInternal applicants must be in good standing in their current role to be considered for the Aircraft Dispatcher Apprenticeship Program.\nInternal applicants will maintain company longevity within the apprenticeship program and in the aircraft dispatcher role.\n\nAIRCRAFT DISPATCHER POSITION PURPOSE\n\nAircraft dispatchers are in the system operations control center which is the heartbeat of any airline. Aircraft dispatchers plan routes of flight, file flight plans with the FAA and communicate critical safety information to pilots during flight to help navigate weather or other operations challenges.\n\nAn aircraft dispatcher authorizes, regulates, and controls airline flights according to government regulations and Company policy to expedite and ensure flight safety. Aircraft dispatchers work closely with our pilots to ensure the safety of our crew, passengers, and aircraft on our more than 1,000 daily flights in the U.S., Canada, and Caribbean.\n\nAn aircraft dispatcher is a critical part of our team for each takeoff and landing, helping our airline achieve operational excellence, while maintaining a focus on the highest level of safety.\n\nRequirements:\n\nThe requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability necessary to complete training and perform this job.\n\nELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS\n\nTo be eligible to take the aircraft dispatcher knowledge test, a person must be 21 years of age\nTo be eligible for an aircraft dispatcher certificate, a person must\nBe at least 23 years of age\nBe able to read, speak, write, and understand the English language\n\nEDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE\n\nHigh school diploma or equivalent\nPossess Microsoft Office skills\nExcellent communication and customer service skills\nStrong problem-solving skills\nHigh mathematical ability\n\nPREFERRED EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE\n\nBachelor's degree\nPrevious experience in airline operations\n\nREGULATORY\n\nAble to pass an FAA required 10-year work history review and pass criminal background and fingerprint checks\nPossess and maintain a valid US passport or foreign passport\nAuthorized by law to work in the United States and able to travel in and out of the United States\nWilling to submit to and pass FAA and Company-mandated random drug and alcohol tests\n\nLANGUAGE SKILLS\n\nAbility to read, analyze, interpret, and understand technical procedures and governmental regulations, sometimes quickly and under stressful or emergency situations. Able to effectively present information to and respond to questions from management, crew, air traffic control, and internal associates. Able to speak and be understood in English in person, on the phone and over a radio headset.\n\nDECISION MAKING\n\nMakes day-to-day decisions used to support strategic and economic direction. Able to process information quickly and react in a positive manner during unexpected and/or serious situations. Capable of controlling personal and emotional responses and acting appropriately under high levels of stress.\n\nPHYSICAL DEMANDS\nThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.\n\nAble to sit for prolonged periods.\nAble to hear clearly verbal communications in person, on the telephone and over a headset with ambient noise.\n\nWORK ENVIRONMENT\n\nThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.\n\nAble to work nights, evenings, weekends, and holidays to support 24-hour operations with a team of associates in our operations center.\n\nTRAVEL REQUIREMENTS\n\nComplete annual Operating Familiarization Flights as required by Federal regulation.\n\nDISPATCHER ESSENTIAL DUTIES (ONCE QUALIFIED)\n\nTo perform the dispatcher job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.\n\nPrepare dispatch releases for Domestic, Flag and Supplemental operations.\nMonitor the progress of each flight, paying specific attention to changing weather and field conditions at departure, destination, and alternate airports.\nRecords departure and arrival times of flights and keeps computer systems up to date.\nProvides weather information for flight crews and continuously monitor for changes. Updates the flight crew of significant changes to weather, field conditions or Air Traffic concerns and makes recommendations for changes to the original plan, as needed, in the interest of safety.\nCoordinates with ground operations on any crew or aircraft changes or disruptions.\nCoordinates diversions with station operations to ensure the best possible passenger experience.\nRecords all non-routine incidents and completes appropriate forms and reports.\nInitiates emergency procedures and notifications when necessary.\nCoordinates with all appropriate parties any unscheduled operation of aircraft due to weather, airport conditions, emergency situations, etc.\nProvides coaching and on-the-job training for new-hire dispatchers as directed.\nPerforms other duties as assigned or required","datePosted":"2026-08-19T18:46:15.556Z","dateModified":"2026-08-19T18:46:15.556Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Mesa Airlines","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Phoenix","addressRegion":"AZ","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"46bc983b6c41458ecf2c29da"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/46bc983b6c41458ecf2c29da"}}